Elon Musk is the X-factor in the new Trump administration
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk is the X-factor in the new Trump administration

Al Jazeera  

Musk has grand designs to rework the world according to his own whims, and he now has the weight of the US government behind him. Musk’s growing role as an adviser, and perhaps more, on issues of foreign policy presents one of the biggest wild cards for the new Trump administration. Investors are counting on Musk’s companies benefitting from access to Trump, and they have good reason to believe that even American foreign policy will bend to serve these corporate interests. Amid European efforts to regulate Musk’s social media platform X and punish Musk for noncompliance, incoming Vice President JD Vance suggested that continuing American support for NATO be conditioned on Europe rolling back its efforts against X. Musk has lobbied the Trump administration to kill a tax credit on electric vehicles, a move that would deal a blow to US car manufacturers like General Motors and Ford – helping Musk’s own Tesla by hurting these competitors – and benefit China, which already has a huge lead on the EV market, including much of Tesla’s production. Musk’s influence on foreign policy may have an outsized impact on areas of the world where Trump is simply uninterested.

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'A lot of headaches for Trump': Ex-GOP lawmaker says Republicans are fed up with Elon Musk
4 days, 3 hours ago

'A lot of headaches for Trump': Ex-GOP lawmaker says Republicans are fed up with Elon Musk

Raw Story  

Elon Musk is causing "headaches" for Donald Trump as Republican lawmakers start to sour on the richest man in the world, according to a former GOP lawmaker. Former Republican Rep. Carlos Curbelo appeared on MSNBC over the weekend, and was asked about Musk and the so-called Department of Government Efficiency. "It's obvious at this point that Elon Musk and this …

The United States of Elon Musk Inc.
1 week ago

The United States of Elon Musk Inc.

Wired  

Where do Elon Musk’s business interests end and Donald Trump’s political interests begin? Musk did, though, spend nearly $300 million on the 2024 US election cycle, with the vast majority of that directly in support of Trump’s presidential campaign. At a talk at Georgetown University’s Psaros Center on Tuesday, House Speaker Mike Johnson named Trump and Musk as the two …

Trump-Musk friendship: How two billionaires met, hated each other and then became best buddies
1 week, 1 day ago

Trump-Musk friendship: How two billionaires met, hated each other and then became best buddies

Live Mint  

Two billionaires are the best of buddies in the world's oldest continuing democracy. From Musk becoming the self-titled “first buddy” to POTUS to Trump describing Musk as one of the world's “greatest geniuses" to rumours indicating a potential end to their relationship, and even exchanging insults, they've endured it all. January 2022 Five years later, Trump rekindled the relationship by …

The Musk Factor: Is Trump Restructuring the US Like a Business?
1 week, 3 days ago

The Musk Factor: Is Trump Restructuring the US Like a Business?

The Hindu  

Published : Mar 10, 2025 16:04 IST - 10 MINS READ That industry and business seek to influence government policies is an obvious truth. Thus, instead of a state regulating companies, a process that India experienced in the 18th century with the East India Company, what Trump and Musk are seeking is to reverse what is, by now, a well-established …

Elon Musk’s PAC is running ads touting Trump’s accomplishments — and his
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk’s PAC is running ads touting Trump’s accomplishments — and his

Associated Press  

The political action committee that Elon Musk funded to the tune of more than $200 million on behalf of President Donald Trump launched a television America PAC began airing an ad nationally and in Washington, D.C., declaring that with former President Joe Biden’s departure, “our long national nightmare is finally over, and with Trump, “America is back.” The 60-second spot …

Trump Heaps Praises On Musk — And The Billionaire Didn’t Even 'Need' The Job
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump Heaps Praises On Musk — And The Billionaire Didn’t Even 'Need' The Job

ABP News  

During his address to Congress on Tuesday, US President Donald Trump took a moment to commend billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk for his role in leading a newly formed government initiative focused on efficiency and streamlining federal operations. Trump acknowledged Musk’s contributions to the Department of Government Efficiency, an agency established under his administration to tackle bureaucratic inefficiencies and enhance the …

Is Trump pushing Europe to make China a ‘partner of choice’ over Russia-Ukraine war?
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Is Trump pushing Europe to make China a ‘partner of choice’ over Russia-Ukraine war?

Firstpost  

As diplomatic tensions rise and global alliances fracture, the US-Ukraine standoff, Trump’s unpredictable leadership and China’s strategic moves are reshaping the balance of power on the world stage Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky argues with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance at the White House in Washington, on, February 28. China’s top diplomat, Yang Jiechi, fired back, arguing …

Donald Trump Jr. slams Democrats over Elon Musk loyalty debate: 'What a clown show'
3 weeks ago

Donald Trump Jr. slams Democrats over Elon Musk loyalty debate: 'What a clown show'

India Today  

Donald Trump Jr., son of U.S. President Donald Trump, criticized the Democratic Party after Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur's comment on Elon Musk’s loyalty. Kaptur on Wednesday raised questions about Elon Musk's loyalty to the United States. https://t.co/BTB1JTXlpf — Donald Trump Jr. February 27, 2025 Why did Marcy Kaptur question Elon Musk's loyalty?' Musk has gained immense influence during Donald Trump's second …

How Elon Musk’s deep ties to—and admiration for—China could complicate Trump’s Beijing policy
3 weeks, 1 day ago

How Elon Musk’s deep ties to—and admiration for—China could complicate Trump’s Beijing policy

New Indian Express  

Elon Musk holds an outsized influence in the new Trump administration. But those entanglements are worth scrutiny, given Musk’s role in the Trump administration at a time when one of America’s biggest foreign policy challenges is how to manage its relationship with Beijing. Musk’s journey to the East For years, Musk has had significant business interests in China, with Tesla’s …

Musk and his 'humble tech support' effort get star turn at Trump's Cabinet meeting
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Musk and his 'humble tech support' effort get star turn at Trump's Cabinet meeting

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk took a star turn at the first Cabinet meeting of President Donald Trump's new term, holding forth in a black “Make America Great Again” campaign hat on Wednesday about his role as “humble tech support” for the federal government — and laying out dire stakes if his cost-cutting efforts fail. Musk and his 'humble tech support' …

Elon Musk attends Trump's first Cabinet meeting, describes DOGE as 'tech support'
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Elon Musk attends Trump's first Cabinet meeting, describes DOGE as 'tech support'

Firstpost  

Elon Musk, the tech billionaire known for advocating a reduction in the federal workforce, attended the meeting, despite not being a Cabinet member, according to a report Elon Musk speaks as President Donald Trump holds his first Cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, on Wednesday. According to a CNN report, Elon Musk, the tech billionaire known for advocating …

Elon Musk’s father explains why his son is ‘not cut out for politics’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Elon Musk’s father explains why his son is ‘not cut out for politics’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk’s father claimed that his son is “not cut …

Musk to loom large at Trump's first cabinet meeting
Top News
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Musk to loom large at Trump's first cabinet meeting

Raw Story  

U.S. President Donald Trump holds his first cabinet meeting Wednesday, joined by billionaire adviser Elon Musk, who is in charge of radically downsizing the US government and wields more power than anyone else in Trump's inner circle. His presence at the formal White House meeting alongside Trump's actual department heads follows signs of growing tension within the government over his …

Trump convenes first Cabinet meeting tonight, ‘special govt employee’ Musk to attend
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump convenes first Cabinet meeting tonight, ‘special govt employee’ Musk to attend

Firstpost  

US President Donald Trump will hold his first Cabinet meeting on Wednesday since returning to office last month. Reuters US President Donald Trump will hold his first Cabinet meeting on Wednesday since returning to office last month, aiming to push his agenda with most of his nominees now confirmed by Congress. Although Musk does not hold a ministerial position or …

'Kind of a jerk': Three-time MAGA voter turns on Trump and Musk in CNN report
3 weeks, 2 days ago

'Kind of a jerk': Three-time MAGA voter turns on Trump and Musk in CNN report

Raw Story  

A Colorado man who voted for President Donald Trump in three different elections is not a fan of letting X owner Elon Musk unilaterally shut down entire government departments. In an interview with CNN's John King, Trump supporter David Hayes explained why he didn't trust Musk to be an honest broker when it comes to rooting out wasteful government spending. …

‘Elon not cut out for politics’: Errol Musk on query if his son can become US president
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Elon not cut out for politics’: Errol Musk on query if his son can become US president

Firstpost  

Musk senior said that his son is not accustomed to connecting with people on the ground level as a president is required to and is only used to working with “top-tier” people Billionaire Elon Musk addressing a rally of the far-right party Alternative of Germany during the election campaign on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Doge chief Elon Musk’s father Errol …

Elon Musk gets Donald Trump’s seal of approval: ‘Great Job’ running DOGE; Elon Musk responds with classic ‘X’ wit
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Elon Musk gets Donald Trump’s seal of approval: ‘Great Job’ running DOGE; Elon Musk responds with classic ‘X’ wit

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump yet again praised Elon Musk for his leadership in streamlining federal operations through the Department of Government Efficiency. Elon Musk responds Musk, known for his affinity for the letter ‘X’—used in his companies, products, and even his son’s name—responded to Trump’s remarks with a short post on X : "Everything is called X." While the long-term …

'Biggest shocker': CNN expert gobsmacked to see Trump tanking on 'bread and butter' issue
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'Biggest shocker': CNN expert gobsmacked to see Trump tanking on 'bread and butter' issue

Raw Story  

A CNN data expert took a fresh look at Donald Trump’s first month in office Saturday — and came to the conclusion the ”it ain’t good.” And the bad news wasn’t just for the president. "You can see the trend line here,” said Harry Enten while standing next to a screen showing a graph charting changing opinion polls. It ain't …

Rachel Maddow: Trump 'weak and beside the point' in Musk's shadow — and it may not last
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rachel Maddow: Trump 'weak and beside the point' in Musk's shadow — and it may not last

Raw Story  

MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow unloaded on tech billionaire Elon Musk on Friday in a deep dive into the finances, potential conflicts of interest and relationship the world’s richest person has developed with President Donald Trump. Maddow in her top-rated show’s opening monologue first highlighted the growing protests outside the office’s of Musk-owned companies including SpaceX and Tesla, the latter of which …

Musk waves a chainsaw and charms conservatives talking up Trump’s cost-cutting efforts
1 month ago

Musk waves a chainsaw and charms conservatives talking up Trump’s cost-cutting efforts

Associated Press  

▶ Follow live updates on President Donald Trump and his new administration. — Billionaire Elon Musk appeared at a conservative gathering outside Washington waving a chainsaw in the air, showing openness to auditing the Federal Reserve and accusing Democrats of “treason.” Musk, the Tesla CEO who has become perhaps President Donald Trump’s most influential adviser, spoke Thursday about his crusade …

Elon Musk's role in government raises conflict-of-interest issues
Trending News
1 month ago

Elon Musk's role in government raises conflict-of-interest issues

NPR  

Elon Musk's role in government raises conflict-of-interest issues Elon Musk is working to slash federal spending while also promoting his business ventures. MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: Members of Elon Musk's DOGE team are continuing their march through government agencies on what they say is a mission to find fraud and wasteful spending. KEITH: The White House says Musk will file a …

Musk surprises Trump in joint interview, reveals why and when he endorsed Maga campaign
1 month ago

Musk surprises Trump in joint interview, reveals why and when he endorsed Maga campaign

Firstpost  

Elon Musk surprised Donald Trump in a joint interview on Fox News, revealing why and when he decided to endorse him for the presidential election. AP In a joint interview with US President Donald Trump on Fox News, Doge chief and billionaire Elon Musk revealed details about endorsing the Republican candidate. The interview aired on Tuesday night when Fox News …

In joint interview, Trump outlines Musk's role as enforcer-in-chief
Trending News
1 month ago

In joint interview, Trump outlines Musk's role as enforcer-in-chief

Deccan Chronicle  

US President Donald Trump painted Elon Musk as his enforcer-in-chief Tuesday, hailing the tech billionaire's zeal in implementing the blizzard of executive orders the president has issued since returning to office.In a joint interview broadcast on Fox News, the two men spent substantial time singing the other's praises and dismissing concerns that Trump is overstepping his executive powers.Trump has signed …

‘I love the president’: Trump, Musk heap on praise in gushy interview
1 month ago

‘I love the president’: Trump, Musk heap on praise in gushy interview

Al Jazeera  

US president claims DOGE will save hundreds of billions of dollars without cutting healthcare and welfare benefits. In an interview with Fox News that aired on Tuesday, Trump said he had tapped Musk to lead the so-called Department of Government Efficiency as he wanted someone “really smart” to work with. He did Starlink, he did things that were so advanced …

White House says Elon Musk is Trump’s advisor and not the DOGE administrator
1 month ago

White House says Elon Musk is Trump’s advisor and not the DOGE administrator

LA Times  

President Trump listens as Elon Musk, with his son X Æ A-Xii by his side, speaks in the Oval Office at the White House on Feb. 11. The White House says billionaire Elon Musk is not the administrator of the Department of Government Efficiency team that is sweeping through federal agencies, but is rather a senior advisor to President Trump. …

'Scary place': Renowned economist warns Trump's policies put US on course for ruin
1 month ago

'Scary place': Renowned economist warns Trump's policies put US on course for ruin

Raw Story  

Renowned Nobel laureate economist Joseph Stiglitz expressed alarm that President Donald Trump's policies, particularly on trade, put the United States on course for a decline in global investment — and perhaps something much more severe, The Guardian reported Monday. Stiglitz, who authored "The Price of Inequality," has long been concerned even before Trump's election that U.S. politics were heading for …

Donald Trump accuses media of driving wedge between him and Elon Musk - Here’s why
1 month ago

Donald Trump accuses media of driving wedge between him and Elon Musk - Here’s why

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, in a recent interview, discussed the media's attempts to create friction between them. Musk's reaction Elon Musk, who nodded along with Trump during the interview, laughed when Trump mentioned media reports referring to him as "President Musk." Musk recently posted on X that he loved Trump “as much as any straight man could.” …

Trump vows media will not drive wedge between himself and Musk
1 month ago

Trump vows media will not drive wedge between himself and Musk

Raw Story  

Donald Trump has mocked what he said were media depictions of Elon Musk as the real power in the White House, saying attempts to drive a wedge between himself and the tech billionaire have failed. Speaking as if in a news anchor's voice, Trump went on, "We have breaking news: Donald Trump has ceded control of the presidency to Elon …

Donald Trump is ‘tough, energetic, focused, and effective,’ say Americans: New poll
1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump is ‘tough, energetic, focused, and effective,’ say Americans: New poll

Live Mint  

A majority of Americans believe that President Donald Trump is fulfilling his campaign promises, with 70% stating that he is doing exactly what he pledged during his campaign, according to a new poll. Public perception of Trump The CBS News/YouGov poll found that Americans largely view Trump as a "tough", "energetic", "focused", and "effective" leader. Concerns over economic focus Despite …

Donald Trump defends work of Elon Musk's DOGE amid criticism
1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump defends work of Elon Musk's DOGE amid criticism

ABC  

US President Donald Trump has defended tech billionaire Elon Musk amid alarm at some of the steps taken by his Department of Government Efficiency. In an interview aired before the Super Bowl, Mr Trump told Fox News Mr Musk was "not gaining anything" from his work within the US government. Mr Trump said Mr Musk, the world's richest man, had …

Trump Super Bowl interview: US President taps Elon Musk to find ‘billions’ in fraud at Pentagon, says ‘in 24 hours …’
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump Super Bowl interview: US President taps Elon Musk to find ‘billions’ in fraud at Pentagon, says ‘in 24 hours …’

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump has outlined his plans to overhaul federal agencies, enlisting billionaire Elon Musk to spearhead efforts to eliminate what he calls “wasteful spending.” Trump on Musk’s role in Government Efficiency Trump praised Musk’s involvement, emphasising that the Tesla and SpaceX CEO was not seeking personal gain from his role. The President claimed that these efforts would uncover …

How Elon Musk is losing his grip on Republican support already
1 month, 1 week ago

How Elon Musk is losing his grip on Republican support already

Firstpost  

Elon Musk’s influence in the Trump administration is rapidly declining among Republicans, with new polls showing a significant drop in support. According to an Economist/YouGov survey conducted shortly after Trump’s 2024 election victory, 47 per cent of Republicans wanted Musk to have substantial influence in the administration. Democrats have also grown more resistant, with only 6 per cent favouring Musk’s …

'Popularity in the toilet': Report claims even Republicans now revolting against Elon Musk
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Popularity in the toilet': Report claims even Republicans now revolting against Elon Musk

Raw Story  

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is a potential liability for President Donald Trump's new administration as polling reveals voters are not on board with his takeover of federal systems — and Democrats are seizing on this to unite behind an anti-Musk message, Politico reported on Thursday. Musk and his "Department of Government Efficiency" task force is already drawing protests as they …

GOP support for Elon Musk's influence over Donald Trump plummets in a month, poll reveals
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

GOP support for Elon Musk's influence over Donald Trump plummets in a month, poll reveals

Daily Mail  

Support for Elon Musk's influence over Donald Trump has plummeted amongst Republicans just weeks after the President was sworn into office. The shocking poll comes after Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, was criticised for being given access to classified information regarding USAid and Medicare despite not having proper security clearance. Since Trump's victory in the November Presidential election …

'Too big for his breeches': Elon Musk reportedly divides Trump's circle
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Too big for his breeches': Elon Musk reportedly divides Trump's circle

Raw Story  

President Donald Trump's circle is reportedly becoming worried — even arguing amongst themselves — over whether tech billionaire Elon Musk and his so-called Department of Government Efficiency task force have amassed too much power. Musk's DOGE entity has taken over massive portions of the federal government's technology stack, with a handful of young, allied software engineers seizing control of the …

'Face of this administration': CNN analysis shows 'king' Musk is losing popularity
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Face of this administration': CNN analysis shows 'king' Musk is losing popularity

Raw Story  

Elon Musk has seemingly shoved vice president J.D. "President Trump, no surprise here, continues to defend billionaire Elon Musk as he takes a sledgehammer to federal government agencies," Sidner said. CNN's Harry Enten revealed that surveys showed 53 percent of registered voters opposed Musk's role in the Trump administration, compared to 39 percent who supported his position. "They voted in …

Elon Musk, world’s richest person, is unpaid ’special government employee’ in Trump govt
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk, world’s richest person, is unpaid ’special government employee’ in Trump govt

Live Mint  

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, is working as a 'special government employee' under President Donald Trump, according to a White House official, as reported by news agency AP. Speaking anonymously on Monday, the official confirmed that Elon Musk had been granted a government email address and office space within the White House complex. As the world's richest person, Musk …

Elon Musk tightens grip on gov’t, sparking ‘coup’ accusations
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk tightens grip on gov’t, sparking ‘coup’ accusations

Al Jazeera  

Tech billionaire has upended the federal bureaucracy in the two weeks since US President Donald Trump took office. Musk, who was named as a “special government employee” by the White House on Monday, does not hold elected office and is not part of Trump’s Cabinet, whose members require confirmation by the US Senate. “And it is reasonable to question whether …

‘Shadow government’? Billionaire Elon Musk’s grip on U.S. government spending raises questions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Shadow government’? Billionaire Elon Musk’s grip on U.S. government spending raises questions

LA Times  

Susan Schorr holds an anti-Elon Musk sign and an American flag in protest outside the headquarters of the U.S. Agency for International Development in Washington on Monday. Schumer said DOGE employees doing Musk’s bidding had on Friday “forcefully gained access” to the Treasury Department’s payment system and “the most sensitive information of virtually every U.S. citizen,” including Social Security data, …

'Tick-tock': Elon Musk warned to 'tread carefully' as he continues to misread Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Tick-tock': Elon Musk warned to 'tread carefully' as he continues to misread Trump

Raw Story  

Elon Musk's misreading of President Donald Trump's motivations could lead to his downfall sooner rather than later, according to a new article in Politico. Trump appointed Musk to head up the new Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, with a mandate of cutting as much pork out of the federal budget as possible. But Musk is going about his new …

Elon Musk now has an office in the White House, but what’s his political game plan?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk now has an office in the White House, but what’s his political game plan?

New Indian Express  

Elon Musk has emerged as one of the most influential and controversial powerbrokers in the new Trump administration. Critics have wondered whether Musk’s support for Trump is just a straightforward commercial transaction, with Musk expecting to receive political favours. Or does it reflect Musk’s own genuinely held political views, and perhaps personal political ambition? From left to alt-right Decoding Musk’s …

Elon Musk a threat to democracies, says French PM Bayrou
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk a threat to democracies, says French PM Bayrou

Firstpost  

Amid billionaire Elon Musk’s interference in European countries’ politics, French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou has said that he is a threat to democracies Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of social media network X and a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, poses a threat to democracies, French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said on Monday. “Elon Musk is creating a …

‘This Is Insane S**t’: Bill Gates Puts Elon Musk On Blast In Blunt Interview
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘This Is Insane S**t’: Bill Gates Puts Elon Musk On Blast In Blunt Interview

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Bill Gates criticized fellow tech billionaire Elon Musk for promoting far-right politics not just in the United States but around the world ― and urged other nations to take action to limit the influence of outsiders such as Musk. “I think in the US foreigners aren’t allowed to give money; other countries maybe should adopt safeguards to …

Trump could be losing control of Elon Musk as insiders reveal what First Buddy really thinks about his influence on the president
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump could be losing control of Elon Musk as insiders reveal what First Buddy really thinks about his influence on the president

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump's inner circle fear he could be losing control over 'First Buddy' Elon Musk after the billionaire publicly criticized the president's landmark AI project. But MAGA insiders revealed to Politico there are concerns Musk could continue to go rogue after he recently mocked a $500billion AI investment that Trump had hailed as 'monumental' and 'tremendous.' US President Donald Trump, …

Elon Musk's antics leave Trump staff 'furious' just four days into presidency: report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's antics leave Trump staff 'furious' just four days into presidency: report

Raw Story  

A new crack has appeared in the alliance between President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk, who helped bankroll much of Trump's voter outreach operation and now heads up his "Department of Government Efficiency" task force. Specifically, when Trump, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and other tech giants announced the $500 billion Stargate Project to build new artificial intelligence infrastructure, …

'Few things he hates more...': MSNBC host suggests Trump and Musk headed for a fallout
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Few things he hates more...': MSNBC host suggests Trump and Musk headed for a fallout

Raw Story  

Reacting to billionaire Elon Musk once again making himself the center of attention after Donald Trump announced an AI initiative with great fanfare, MSNBC host Joe Scarborough suggested the president's patience with his new friend may be coming to an end. Noting that the billionaire tech mogul big-footed Trump's announcement on AI funding by disparaging the other billionaires involved, the …

Elon Musk is everywhere but his popularity is dropping. Here's why
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk is everywhere but his popularity is dropping. Here's why

Firstpost  

Elon Musk’s favourability in the US has dropped to 40 per cent, with 51 per cent disapproving of the billionaire. A recent Wall Street Journal poll reveals that Musk’s favourability among Americans has dropped to 40 per cent, with 51 per cent expressing disapproval. Additionally, 74-76 per cent of respondents in Britain and Germany disapprove of Musk’s interventions in their …

Elon Musk is Donald Trump’s disrupter-in-chief
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk is Donald Trump’s disrupter-in-chief

Live Mint  

In 2017 Elon Musk branded Donald Trump a “con man" and “one of the world’s best bullshitters". The Economist reckons that 10% of Mr Musk’s $360bn personal fortune is derived from contracts and freebies from Uncle Sam, and 15% from the Chinese market, with the rest split between domestic and international customers. This disruption is central to Mr Musk’s messianic …

Elon Musk believes he got Trump elected. Now he’s coming for Europe
2 months ago

Elon Musk believes he got Trump elected. Now he’s coming for Europe

Al Jazeera  

Musk backs European far-right groups at a critical time. According to Ian Hislop, editor of the British satirical newspaper Private Eye, Musk is “a classic social media adolescent who hasn’t grown up – the temper tantrums, the lack of responsibility.” He recently told LBC radio in the United Kingdom that Musk is “riddled with contradictions, and at some point, I …

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